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For Boys and Young Men 
In the Ontario Highlands 



LAKE OF TWO RIVERS 

Algonquin Provincial Park Ontario, Canada 



Copyright 19 is, W. L.Wise 



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CAMP MINNE-WAWA 

A SUMMER CAMP FOR BOYS 



Established in 191 1 by W. L. Wise, Ph.B., Syracuse University, Professsor of English 
Language and Literature at the Bordentown Military Institute, New Jersey 

and 

Colonel T. D. Landon, Viee-Prineipal and Commandant of Bordentown 

Military Institute 



(Minne-Wawa is now under exclusive control and direction of W. L. Wise) 



Mr. N. W. Fradd, Springfield Training School, Physical Director of Bordentown 
Military Institute, is Physical Director of the Camp. 

The corps of assistants are teachers, selected for their fitness in working with boys, 
combined with adaptability to Woods' Life conditions. 

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The life at Camp Minne-Wawa is a perfectly natural life. The canoe trips we consider 
as being especially beneficial because of the fact that the boys share in the work and the 
responsibility. On these trips the boy helps paddle, helps portage, helps get meals, helps 
make camp, and, in short, comes to look upon himself as one of a group of citizens, working 
harmoniously to a common end. He works hard, eats like a young animal, sleeps soundly, 
and experiences the joys of a primitive explorer. His tent falls down some stormy night, 
but he puts it up more firmly the next; in the school of experience he learns the lessons of 
self-control and self-dependence. 

He learns to feel the beauty of nature; the splendor of dawn and the glory of departing 
day each has a message for him that cannot fail to leave an impression. He observes for 
himself a lesson not taught and receives a sermon not preached, both of which will affect 
him as long as he continues to think. 



Information to Patrons 



ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK 

ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK is a preserve maintained by the Province of 

/-\ Ontario, Canada. It is approximately fifty miles square and contains upwards of 

twelve hundred lakes and streams. It ranges in altitude from sixteen hundred to 

two thousand feet above sea level. The park is two hundred miles north of Toronto and 

one hundred and seventy west of Ottawa. 

In this preserve is found a diversity of splendid scenery, in a wild state, a variety of 
animal life, protected by an efficient force of Rangers, and, for the lover of fishing, an ex- 
cellent opportunity for taking the wily trout and the gamy black bass. 

The lakes are relatively small and severe storms consequently very infrequent. The 
canoeist may go from one boundary to another without encountering dangerous water. 

For detailed information concerning the Park and a map of the region, a Grand Trunk 
publication, called "Algonquin National Park," may be obtained from Mr. F. P. Dwyer, 
290 Broadway, New York City, N. Y. ; Mr. H. M. Morgan, 285 Main Street, Buffalo, N. Y. ; 
Mr. C. G. Orttenburger, 301 S. Clark St., Chicago, 111., or from Mr. E. H. Boynton, 256 
Washington St., Boston, Mass. 

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WHY ALGONQUIN PARK? 

Occasionally the question is asked, "Why go so far away?" 

One of the attractions of a Summer Camp is that it is located away from the evil in- 
fluences of city or town in a place where the environment is still primitive and wholesome. 
In the Eastern United States particularly, it is increasingly difficult to find such places. In 
much of our forest and lake country the canoeist is repeatedly annoyed by requests to move 
on, and cannot pitch his tent where he would desire because of inhospitable owners of such 
sites. In Canada this is not the case. Algonquin Park is a regular network of beautiful 
lakes and splendid forest, where camping parties may roam at will. The soil is not adapted 
to farming, and the Provincial Government of Ontario has set the region apart for the 
pleasure of the Nature lover. Here he may roam for days amid wild, natural scenery, and 
no one will question his right to camp where he likes as long as he observes a decent and 
proper relation to his surroundings. 

In point of distance, the Park is but twenty-three hours from New York City or Boston 

and fourteen from Buffalo. 

CAMP LOCATION 

Camp Minne-Wawa itself is located on the Lake of Two Rivers, in the southern part of 
the Park. It is at the end of a small bay, in a clearing of about ten acres, partly grown up 
with wild cherry. Originally a lumber camp occupied the spot; later a company of trappers 
used the place as a headquarters; then for several years it was abandoned. We were for- 
tunate to be able to lease the place, for level cleared places are very scarce in the Park. 

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A commodious frame building has been erected in which are the dining room, kitchen, 
photographic dark room, storage quarters, etc., with a wide porch overlooking the lake. A 

professional cook is in charge 
of the kitchen, and an abund- 
ance of wholesome and palat- 
able food satisfies the keen 
appetites which the outdoor 
life gives. An ice-house is also 
a part of the camp property. 
A number of fruit trees of vari- 
ous kinds have been set out in 
one part of the clearing. 

On the opposite shore of 
the lake are the tracks of the 
Ottawa Division of the Grand 
Trunk Railway. There are 
two trains daily in each direc- 
tion. While there is no regular 
station, trains stop at Camp 
Minne-Wawa Landing to dis- 
charge and take on passengers 

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for the camp. Here, too, by a special ar- 
rangement with the postal service, mail is 
thrown off twice each day. The place thus 
offers a fine combination of the conveni- 
ences of the town, with the beauty and 
attractiveness of living close to Nature. 

HEALTHFUL CONDITIONS 

It would be difficult to find a more 
healthful locality than Algonquin Park. 
To begin with it is higher in altitude than 
any other part of Ontario. Then the air possesses a tonic quality. The winds are princi- 
pally from the north and west, and the air is purified to the highest degree by its 
passage over millions of square miles of forest in which pine and balsam predominate. 

Aside from the conditions named above, some contributory causes to a wholesome and 
health giving outing are as follows: 

1. The sanitary arrangements of the camp, disposal of refuse, etc., are carefully and 
constantly inspected. 

2. The water supply is from a spring some distance from the camp which is protected 
from any danger of pollution. 



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3. Boys sleep in tents, on raised platforms. Dampness is avoided by the platforms 
which permits the passage of air beneath the tents. Each boy has a spring cot and com- 
fortable mattress. 

4. A definite routine with regular hours for meals, exercise, and sleep, is followed. 

5. Food is wholesome, plentiful, well prepared, and attractively served, under the 
direction of a professional cook. 

PHYSICIAN AVAILABLE 

Dr. A. N. Kitt, of Whitney, Ontario, a near-by lumbering town, can be communicated 
with and brought to the camp in a comparatively short time in any case of emergency that 
might arise. 

EXCELLENT CARE IN CAMP 

Mr. and Mrs. Wise have had an extended experience in working with young people. 
Mrs. Wise is in camp throughout the season, and has an eye to the comfort and welfare of 
the younger boys particularly. The councillors are men chosen for their fitness for the work. 
Minne-Wawa boys are constantly under the care of college men, versed in wood-craft, and 
in sympathy with boy nature. 

SUNDAY OBSERVANCE 

Sunday is observed as a quiet day in camp. A Vesper service is held which affords a 
fitting opportunity for talks on character building by councillors or visitors. Sometimes 
the Director arranges to have messages read from the Home Folks or from members of the 

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Faculties of the schools represented. 
These messages have proved very inter- 
esting and helpful. Letter-writing takes 
up some time Sundays also. It is insisted 
that each boy write home at least once 
each week. 

POINTS OF INTEREST 

Proceeding past the spring into the 
forest, one comes presently to a series of 
beaver dams built across a small stream, 
a fine place to observe the habits of this 
cunning worker amid his wild, natural surroundings. A trail has been blazed back into 
the woods from this point for about two miles. It leads up an ascent to high ground, free 
from the underbrush which is common to the lower sections. On this upland are found 
some fine old trees, apparently missed by the force that lumbered the region. Pine, hard 
maple, ash, beech, black birch and other varieties are represented. The views along this 
shaded woodland trail more than repay one for the toil of following it. 

From a point across the lake a second trail leads from Two Rivers over an eminence and 
down into a valley where Provoking Lake lies. For a fishing lake it is not a success. The 
fellow who named it doubtless had good reason for his selection. The walk over the trail, 

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Results of a Lake Louisa Trip 



however, and the wild, rugged beauty of the lake are 
both delightful. 

At the head of the lake is another old lumber camp 
and clearing. A number of log buildings, placed here 
and there with some degree of arrangement, recall the 
life of the lumberman in days gone by. In fancy one 
may reconstruct the decaying buildings and fill them 
again with the boisterous groups of lumber-jacks, whom 
the freedom of forest life enticed to the region. The 
only sign of life now is an occasional porcupine wandering 
among the tumble-down buildings, or, possibly, a deer 
stealing to the nearby stream, or nosing about for salt. 

This camp may be reached by boat or by a trail, 
leading from Headquarters west, past the open camp 
and on through a varying growth of timber to the head 
of the lake. 

CAMP LIFE AT HEADQUARTERS 

While at Camp Minne-Wawa several forms of amuse- 
ment are open to boys. Among these are sailing, bath- 
ing, paddling, tramping, fishing, baseball or tennis. The 

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Mr. G. W. Collier and His Prize Trout 



Lake of Two Rivers affords excel- 
lent fishing. Salmon, speckled 
trout and black bass, all may be 
taken without getting out of 
sight of camp. An open camp, 
with its cheery friendship fire, 
offers a delightful gathering place 
for the evenings. Such pastimes 
as corn-popping, marshmallow 
toasting, and an occasional show, 
help to make the evenings enjoy- 
able. 

GAMES 

Back of the building a few 
rods is a level space, where ten- 
nis, baseball and similar sports 
may be indulged in. The great charm of the life here is, of course, its simplicity, the oppor- 
tunity to see and do the things one cannot see and do in the city. Occasionally, however, a 
game of baseball or the like is enjoyable, and for this an open, level space is quite necessary. 

SWIMMING AND DIVING 

It is necessary that every boy in camp know how to swim and dive. This is the first 
result the management works for. A diving and swimming raft, anchored in moderately 

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Everybody In! 



deep water in front of the camp, 
is the gathering place for all hands 
twice daily. To give confidence, 
the Physical Director first puts a 
life belt attached to a pole about 
the novice, and after a few trials, 
he is kicking about lustily. 

Boys who desire may learn 
plain or fancydiving. Mr.Fradd 
is an expert in swimming and 
will gladly work with any boys 
who wish to do advanced work. 

CANOE TRIPS 

One of the greatest pleas- 
ures offered in this region is the 
canoe trip. This gives boys an opportunity for enjoying real "Woods Life." After the 
boys have become able to swim and to handle the canoes this work starts. 

Four or five boys with an adviser usually make up a canoeing party. Two canoes 
carry the party and the necessary equipment. Early in the season the trips are short; 
later, as the boys become accustomed to the life, more remote points are visited. Ordinarily, 
boys spend about half the time in these trips. 

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Butterfly and Jack-knife 



The last trip of the season is usually made to the northern part of the Park, a most 
attractive route. It lasts from twelve to eighteen days, and covers over two hundred miles. 
To measure the enjoyment or benefit of such a trip is impossible. There are, to be sure, some 
difficulties. The canoes and duffel must be carried about rapids; in the shallow water 
occasionally all must get out but one, and from the bank shout encouragement to the one 
as he poles, pulls or pushes the refractory craft through the devious channel ; again a laborious 

portage up some lumber flume, 
or from one lake to another, 
makes one feel that he is earn- 
ing his passage. At the time 
these things seem real draw- 
backs; in memory they stand 
out as desirable features of the 
trip. They represent something 
done, a measuring of strength 
against the obstacle, and win- 
ning out. 

One of the chief sources of 
pleasure to boys is the acquaint- 
ance of and association with 

One of Our Ranger Friends and His Habitation the Park Rangers. Too much 

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cannot be said of the efficiency of this body of men; they are thoroughly devoted to their 
work, and their fitness is seen in the conditions they maintain in the Park. It is not the 
purpose of this article, however, to treat on the work or fitness of the Rangers. It is in the 
relation of friends that we think of them. The boys who have been in the camp for two or 
three years look forward with the keenest 
pleasure to renewing acquaintance with 
these men. Parties on the trail aim to 
camp near them, and the evenings are 
spent listening to stories of wood-lore and 
out door life. From them much of Wood- 
craft is learned. 

Minne-Wawa parties make it a point 
to co-operate with the Rangers in every 
way, particularly in the matter of fire regu- 
lations. It is the least we can do, for they 
have many times helped in suggestion and Sport in the Rough water 

information; the good turns they have done are numberless. Then there are the attrac- 
tions also, the hundred and one things seen during the trip which suggest new thoughts, the 
observation of a great variety of bird and animal life, the beauty of the falls and the rapids, 
peculiar tree or rock formation, the ever-interesting shore lines of lakes, no two of which are 
alike. Some of the rapids may be shot without danger, and this sport every boy enjoys. 

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Logging Scenes 
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The lumber flumes, built to facilitate the passage of logs past the rapids, stand as monu- 
ments of the labor and pains of the men who were pioneers of the region. Incidentally, one 
gets a very good idea of the difficulties and methods of lumbering. 

At Cedar Lake is the farm and depot of the Hawkesbury Lumber Company. Here, in a 
fine grove of Jackpine, the party pitches its tent and recuperates for a day or two. The 
depleted flour or sugar bag is replenished, and a supply of fresh milk, eggs, bread and potatoes 
furnishes a variation from the 
ordinary trip fare, greatly rel- 
ished by alb The cook of the 
party even essays a pie or two 
and some plain cake. 

Again the passage north- 
ward is resumed ; the portages 
are now neither numerous nor 
burdensome, and Indian Farm, 
on the shore of Manitou Lake, 
is easily reached by two or three 
days' paddling. Here again vege- 
tables, milk, maple sugar, etc., 
may be obtained from Ignace 

Du Fond, Indian fire-ranger, Camping Party at Manitou Lake 




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who had his habitation and clearing here long before the region was converted into a 
Preserve. Here, too, is an ideal camping spot. Manitou Lake is a perfect gem, on one 
side a high wooded bluff, on all sides except just at the point of the clearing is the ever- 
green setting of pine, balsam and the like. A number of small islands scattered about the 
lake help to produce a fairly idyllic beauty. What could be more inspiring or healthful 
than a summer's day passed amid such surroundings? 

Temporary enjoyment is by no means the only result of this experience. The boy 
point of view is influenced at a period when life-long benefit will result. Everything about it 
disposes to clean thinking and right living. The "call "of such days and such nights, once 
felt, can never be forgotten. One feels with Lowell : 

"Everything is happy now, 
Everything is upward striving; 
'Tis as easy now for the heart to be true 
As for grass to be green or skies to be blue — 
'Tis the natural way ot living." 

CAMERA WORK 

Boys are urged to do photographic work. The snaps of scenery and groups are in- 
teresting, but if a boy is diligent and patient he may obtain some films of animals which are 
decidedly out of the ordinary. 

Seldom a day passes on the trip without its sights of deer, feeding at the water's edge; 
of the sly mink, searching for fish; of the porcupine, scuttling up a tree as fast as its logy 

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nature will permit; occasionally those 
who visit the more remote lakes see even 
the moose himself swimming across some 
stream or lake. 

Bird life, too, is very much in evi- 
dence. A student of birds has made a list 
of nearly one hundred and fifty varieties, 
seen in the Park during a season. 

While animals and birds are so numer- 
ous, anyone who has attempted to take 
pictures of them knows that it is difficult 
to get near enough to obtain a satisfactory 
negative. The boy who has perseverance and patience, however, can get films of which 
anyone might be proud. There is a keen fascination about this sort of hunting, the only 
kind permitted in the Park. Some remarkable pictures have been made by members of 
Camp Minne-Wawa, some by flashlight at night, others by arranging some sort of device so 
that the animal itself opens the shutter. Both deer and beaver have been taken, by one 
method or another. 

At Camp Headquarters a dark room is provided, and ordinary photographic supplies 
kept on hand. The Director has had considerable experience with amateur photography, 
and will gladly give any member of the camp advice and assistance. 

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EQUIPMENT 

Each boy should have the following articles for his personal use: 

A double blanket of wool, about eight pounds' weight. In Northern Ontario nights are 
cool, even in August, and for camp and trip life this weight is most satisfactory. 

A small pillow with dark cover. 

Three pairs of outing flannel pajamas. 

Three flannel or woolen shirts. 

Sweater or coat-sweater. 

Pair moccasins or two pairs of tennis shoes. 

Two or three pairs of extra trousers. Camp is an excellent place to wear out old clothing. 

Two or three pairs of heavy wool socks. Worn with moccasins, these protect the feet 
from bruises, etc. 

Supply of towels and toilet articles. 

Laundry bag for soiled clothing. 

A good knife with sheath to be attached to belt. 

Each boy is required to have his own canoe paddle, which, if desired, may be obtained 
at camp for $1.50. 

NOTE — Blanket, moccasins, shirts, socks, etc., also post-cards and stationery, may be 
purchased at the camp at reasonable rates, if desired. 

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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 

The following will be found desirable 
additions to the outfit, though not essen- 
tial: Camera or kodak, musical instru- 
ments, fishing tackle, poncho, a cheap 
watch, tennis racquet, baseball and glove, 
and one or two good books. Boys who 
are fond of fishing are advised to bring 
two or three medium-sized archer spin- 
ners, a heavy trolling reel, a fairly heavy 
bass rod, and a strong line two or three 
Took His own Picture hundred feet in length. None of these 

need be of expensive kinds. A Victrola is part of the camp equipment. Boys who desire 
may bring disc records with them to be used during the season. The camp has a good 
selection of records. T atttvjt^tjy 

Plain washing will be attended to in camp at a moderate charge. 

All personal property should be plainly marked with the owner's full name. 

EXPENSES 

The charge for the season of eight weeks is $125. Of this amount $75 is due at the open- 
ing of camp, and the balance August 1st. Checks should be made payable to W. L. Wise. 

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The amount mentioned above includes board, use of canoes, privilege of participating 
in canoe trips, etc. When canoe trip parties make use of trains, which is not necessary for 
any of the ordinary trips, the members of the party will be expected to pay their fare and the 
charge for checking canoes. The camp charge does not include transportation to and from 
camp, fishing license, for which the Ontario Government charges a fee of five dollars, nor 
personal equipment. 

EXTRAS 

It is the policy of the camp to have that part of expenses known as "extras" kept as 
small as possible. We think this is more satisfactory for boy, for parent and for ourselves. 
Most boys can bring from home the greater part of the articles required for camp use. 
There is little necessity or opportunity to spend money in the Park, supply stores are few 
and far between. A very modest weekly allowance should be ample. The camp will 
co-operate with parents to reduce extra expense to a minimum. 

ROUTE— GOING 

One of the camp advisers will meet boys going to Camp Minne-Wawa at Grand Central 
Terminal, New York City, and accompany them from that place. Full directions as to 
route, destination, fare and time of departure of train will be sent early in June to each 
boy enrolled. The round trip from New York City, exclusive of Pullman accommodations, 
is about $27.50 and the train leaves about 7 P. M., but definite information cannot be given 

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until the railroads issue their Summer 
schedules about May 1st. 

The round trip from Buffalo, via 
Toronto and Scotia Junction, is about 
$12.50, exclusive of berth. 

HOME COMING 

Camp breaks up about August 30th. 
Boys reach New York City about 7.30 
the following morning. Those going via 
Toronto and Buffalo may reach the latter 
point about 8 o'clock P. M., by taking a 
morning train, or about noon the following day by taking the evening train, 
has attached a through Pullman to Buffalo. 




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The latter 



ADDITIONAL 

No effort is spared to make the life at Camp Minne-Wawa pleasant as well as beneficial. 
Great care is taken in the selection of boys to secure only those whose conduct at all times is 
such as becomes gentlemen. We work on the principle, "Lots of liberty, but no license." 
Boys whose influence is found to be detrimental to the moral tone of the camp will not be 
retained. The use of tobacco is disapproved ; firearms are prohibited. The number of boys 

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taken is comparatively small, not over twenty-five; hence, boys and advisers get in close 
touch with each other. 

Tutoring may be arranged for if parents desire, but is not advised. The purpose of the 
camp is that of recreation and outdoor life. 

The manager will be glad to give by private correspondence any information not covered 
in this booklet. Letters sent at any time to Bordentown Military Institute, Bordentown, 
N. J., will be either delivered or forwarded. 

During the camp season, any member of the camp may be addressed at Minne-Wawa 
Landing, Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada. 

ADULT DEPARTMENT 

Parents sometimes desire to visit their boys during the Summer. At times, too, parties 
of young men, professional and otherwise, make Minne-Wawa their headquarters during 
a series of fishing or canoeing trips to various lakes of the Park. Rates for such parties 
or individuals will be furnished on application. 

REFERENCES 

Those marked with a * have had a son or ward at Minne-Wawa; those marked with a § 
have visited the camp: 

* Mr. A. C. Albrecht, Secy. North Bros. Mfg. Co., Philadelphia, Pa. 

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§ Mr. George W. Bartlett, Supt. Algonquin Provincial Park, Algonquin Park P. O., Ontario, 
Canada. 

* Mr. H. H. Brakeley, Bordentown, N. J. 

Mr. C. C. Broomell, Room 601, Reaper Block, Chicago, 111. 
§ Mr. George W. Collier, Bordentown, N. J. 
§ Dr. William Collier, 723 So. Broad St., Trenton, N. J. 

* Mr. Daniel H. Dunham, Broad & Market Sts., Newark, N. J. 
*§Mr. H. A. Edgerly, The Pureoxia Co., Boston, Mass. 

* Mr. F. K. Harvey, 89 Fairview Ave., Jersey City, N. J. 

* Dr. S. H. Havice, M. D., 130 W. Wayne St., Fort Wayne, Ind. 
§ Mr. H. B. Hutchinson, 847 No. Park St., Columbus, Ohio. 
*§Mr. H. E. Jones, 118 Woodbridge Ave., Buffalo, N. Y. 

* Mr. J.J. Leonard, Atlantic Highlands, N. J. 

§ Mr. H. C. Lewis, 222 Carolina St., Buffalo, N. Y. 

* Mr. Chas. Lovenberg, 372 Lloyd Ave., Providence, R. I. 

* Mr. J. H. Pardee, 43 Exchange Place, New York City, N. Y. 
*§Mr. M. J. Purcell, 510 Bearinger Bldg., Saginaw, Mich. 

* Mr. Chas. A. Sadler, 1526 Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. 
§ Dr. F. C. Sebold, D. S., Genesee St., Auburn, N. Y. 

Mr. Chas. A. Tracy, 464 Potomac Ave., Buffalo, N. Y. 
§ Dr. M. D. Wagner, D. S., 217 Hamilton Ave., Trenton, N. J. 

* Emma Gary (Mrs. Leslie O.) Wallace, 25 Grover St., Auburn, N. Y. 
§ Dr. Wilbur Watts, M. D., 969 So. Broad St., Trenton, N. J. 

* Mr. F. L. Wheeler, F. L. Horton Mfg. Co., 36 Whittier St., Boston, Mass. 

* Mrs. Butler Williams, 182 Claremont Ave., New York City, N. Y. 

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F. L. HORTON MANUFACTURING CO. 
36 Whittier St. 

BOSTON, MASS. 

Mr. W. L. Wise, February 10, 1915. 

Box 623, 

Bordentown, N. J. 

My Dear Mr. Wise : — As the summer season begins to seem not so very far away, I take 
the opportunity of writing to you to tell you that my son not only much enjoyed the summer 
he passed with you at your camp at Algonquin National Park, but that he was much bene- 
fited as well. 

In my opinion the summer passed with you was one of the most beneficial he has had. He 
not only secured a large fund of knowledge, but came close to nature in a way which he most 
thoroughly enjoyed. The canoe trips he looks back on with much pleasure. 

I do not know of a camp, among the many I have heard of, that I should be as pleased 
to have the boy attend, as to be at your camp in the Park. At present he expresses a desire 
to go to France this coming summer as a number of his classmates at Harvard are planning 
to join the Ambulance Corps in the French Army. I hardly think, however, that such plans 
will be carried out. 

You may be interested to know that incidentally his summer with you was of present 
value, as he finds many subjects of interest on which he is able to write for his English A 
work at college. 

Both the boy and myself hope he may soon renew his wonderful summer at your camp. 

With best wishes for the coming season, I beg to remain 

Yours very truly, 
flw|b F. L. WHEELER. 

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" I do not think you could find as fine a spot in America as the one mentioned; it is to my 
mind the very choicest spot I know of." —G. W. Bartlett, Esq., Supt. of Algonquin Park, 
writing of the site selected for the camp. 

' ' / am very anxious indeed for my son to be with you again this season as I think it is the 
most beneficial Summer he can possibly spend." 

" The last Summer in camp proved truly beneficial to my son in many ways. I can see a 
distinct gain in both health and manliness." 

"I wish to thank you for the excellent care you have shown Roy; it makes me feel that he has 
been left in good hands." 

' ' My son reports a very splendid vacation and expressed the highest regards for the camp 
management. I have no doubt he will be very glad to be with you another Summer. He seems 
in excellent health and I am very grateful for that as well as the pleasure that he has had." 

"I thank you for the good time and profitable experience which Jeff had this Summer." 

"My boy got home from camp in fine shape and said he had an even better time this, than 
last year." 

"Our boy is looking forward to going to camp again this year. I often think of the fine lot 
of boys you had, they were especially nice to me." 

"I want to thank you for what you have done for the boy for he enjoyed his outing with you 
and it did him good. He thinks a lot of you all." 

"I certainly had a fine time this Slimmer. Camping is surely great sport and Minne-Wawa 
is surely the place to get the 'right sort 1 of camping." 

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